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Charles Swain Obituary
Weston, MA - Charles Root "Chick" Swain of Weston, MA passed away on September 14 after a brief illness. Born on April 16, 1941 in Endicott, New York, he was the son of Charles Henry and Alice Root Swain.
Chick was known for his offbeat sense-of-humor, his love of wine and food, and his generous spirit. He was a lifelong athlete, first as a varsity football and track standout at Vestal High School and Union College. He enjoyed tennis, skiing, whitewater canoeing, fishing, golf and running -- competing in numerous marathons over the years. He was a member of the Anglers Club of New York and the Weston Golf Club.
For most of his life Chick was self-employed as a software systems analyst, creating and supporting back office software for the financial community. In retirement he served for more than ten years as a volunteer for AARP, taxes for individuals in Weston and Wellesley. Retirement also allowed for time to be spent with his cherished granddaughters, Ruby and Lucy Hunt. For seventy-five years, Chick spent some of his happiest summer days at his family cottage on Silver Lake, a home-away from home that he enjoyed introducing to his granddaughters.
In addition to his granddaughters, Chick leaves his wife of 48 years, Pamela (Phillipps), his daughter Lindsay Swain Hunt, his son-in-law Samuel Charles Hunt of Harvard, MA and his beloved German Shorthaired Pointer, Emma.
A memorial service will be held at a later date when pandemic restrictions permit.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the E.L.Rose Conservancy, P.O. Box 8, Montrose, PA 18801, www.elrose.org
Arrangements entrusted to the care of the John C. Bryant Funeral Home of Wayland, MA. For condolences please visit www.johncbryantfuneralhome.com.
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Rick Bevilacqua
April 7, 2024
I worked next to Chick at Digital Equipment Corp, back in the 70's? We were both contract programmers, placed at DEC through different organizations. Never forgot Chick and his sense of humor. Lot of ribbing back and forth, but remember him fondly. So sorry to learn of his passing.
Melissa Armstrong
September 29, 2020
Tate and I -- and our children -- were saddened to hear of Chick's passing. We have many memories at Silver Lake. The Swain Cottage and Moore Cottage have built a legacy for generations. Our thoughts are with you. Missy (Moore) Armstrong
Charles Ingraham
September 28, 2020
We got to know Chick and Pam at Silver Lake, Pennsylvania, where they would spend special times during each summer. Over meals, and a good wine, we would share laughs, stories, exaggerations, and complain about the level of the lake water. We loved Chick's bemused comments about current events (or non-events), and will miss him very much. Pat and Charlie Ingraham
Andy & Kate Ring
September 21, 2020
Our love and condolences to Pam and the Family. For 50 years I have been coming to Silver Lake with the Randall Clan, and Chick was part of the bedrock of summer tennis from the time I, as a seventeen year-old, joined the men's tournament. After many years away, I was pleased to find Chick as friendly, interested and witty as ever, welcoming us back to the community. It's been a privilege to know Chick Swain. Chick, rest in peace.
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Bill Pendlebury
September 19, 2020
Remember Chick on my Dad's Track team at Vestal, Great guy, great family, had the drug store around the corner. Will be sadly missed by family and friends. My deepest condolences.
Wayne Fish
September 19, 2020
Went To Vestal High School With Chick (Class Of 1959) ......He Was A Low Key Guy....A Really Good Athlete....With A Quiet Sense Of Humor.
Marlene Reinhart Mariani
September 18, 2020
We were good friends in high school but after graduation we all went our separate ways and I lost track of Chick after awhile. He was a great athletic and fun to be around. My condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.
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